Lysimachia Ephemerum

Ghostly flower spikes packed with starry white blooms rise above clumps of silvery green foliage. Despite its qualities, this particular species of loosestrife is seldom seen in UK gardens. This elegant perennial enjoys a boggy position at the edge of ponds and streams, or in moist borders and bog gardens. Awarded an RHS AGM for its garden performance, Lysimachia ephemerum makes a pleasing cut flower and is always busy with butterflies. Height: 100cm (39″). Spread: 30cm (12″).

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

Lysimachia ephemerum, commonly known as Loosestrife has pallid flower spikes massed with star-shaped white blooms, which contrast beautifully with green-silver foliage. Surprisingly, the attractive Loosestrife is rarely seen in the UK. It is an elegant perennial, which thrives in boggy areas close to ponds and streams or in bog gardens or moist borders. Loosestrife looks lovely as a cut flower and is also a haven for butterflies. It has also earned an RHS AGM for its all-round garden performance. Height: 100cm (39″). Spread: 30cm (12″). Grow Lysimachia in a fertile, moist soil that does not dry out in summer. Loosestrife will happily grow in clay soils, at the margins of a pond or in a bog garden.